What is the cheapest way to get from Port Douglas to Cardwell?

The cheapest way to get from Port Douglas to Cardwell is to drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Douglas to Cardwell?

The fastest way to get from Port Douglas to Cardwell is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs $45 - $65.

How far is it from Port Douglas to Cardwell?

The distance between Port Douglas and Cardwell is 283 km. The road distance is 247.6 km.

How do I travel from Port Douglas to Cardwell without a car?

The best way to get from Port Douglas to Cardwell without a car is to bus via Cairns which takes 5h 2m and costs $75 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Port Douglas to Cardwell?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Port Douglas to Cardwell, including transfers.

Can I drive from Port Douglas to Cardwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Douglas to Cardwell is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Port Douglas to Cardwell.

Where can I stay near Cardwell?

There are nine+ hotels available in Cardwell.

Port Douglas to Cardwell - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Port Douglas to Cardwell by bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Cairns
best
1. Take the bus from Port Douglas to Cairnsbus Cairns
2. Take the bus from Cairns to Cardwellbus Townsville / ...
5h 2m
$80–130
Drive 247.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Port Douglas to Cardwellcar 247.6 km
3h 10m
$45–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Douglas to Cairnsbus Cairns
2. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Cardwelltrain Spirit of Queensland
5h 40m
$49–755
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Douglas to Cairnsbus Cairns
2. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell Brasenose Streetbus Pm19
5h 36m
$75–105

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Port Douglas to Cardwell.

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Distance: 283.3 km
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Port Douglas, QLD, Australia and Cardwell, QLD, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Port Douglas to Cardwell via Port Douglas, Cairns, and Cairns in around 5h 2m.

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